The Seabourn Encore is the first of some 21 cruise ships expected to dock in Doha this season, which will continue well into April 2018.

Five new ships will be making their maiden voyage to Qatar this year, among them are the two first ever mega-ships to dock at Doha Port.

MSC Fantasia is the largest passenger cruise ship to dock at Doha Port, Qatar.

Last December, Doha Port welcomed the MSC Fantasia, the largest passenger cruise ship to ever dock in Qatar, simultaneously with the 62-passenger luxury yacht Crystal Esprit. It was the first time Qatar welcomes two cruise ships at once.

After the Hamad Port officially took over all major cargo shipments in and out of the country, Doha Port is turning into a touristic port, welcoming mostly cruise ships.